Do you dream of owning waterfront property in Essex? Prefer privacy and nature? Located in the charming village of Ivoryton, this recently updated, freshly painted, four bedroom, one and a half bath colonial is your chance! Surrounded by green and a few steps to brook and pond, this serene oasis has open space for outdoor living surrounded by woods and private waterfront for relaxation and recreation. The updated kitchen features NEW stainless steel appliances, NEW granite counter and NEW tile backsplash. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout the house. Front to back kitchen/dining room with woodstove and front to back living room with fireplace. Off the living room a french door connects to a lovely deck and patio, and there are sliders to a screened in porch overlooking the water - perfect all day! There's a convenient half bath on the main level, and interior access to a full walkout basement. From the front entrance foyer, ascend the staircase to the upper level with four large bedrooms and a full bath. The primary bedroom has a walk in and walk through closet to another bedroom which could be a nursery or home office/exercise room. All four bedrooms are accessible from the hall too. There's a pull down staircase to a large storage attic. There's an oversized shed at the end of a large paved space, suitable for recreation vehicles/boat parking too.